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Double Peak Challenge

Name: Double Peak Challenge
Start: 2026-09-26
End: 2026-09-26
Location: San Marcos

San Marcos, United States • 26 Sep 2026

Double Peak Challenge - San Marcos, CA

Double Peak Challenge is an annual outdoor running event held in San Marcos, California. The event includes a 10K, a 5K and a Kids Trail Trot, with the course beginning at San Elijo Park near 1105 Elfin Forest Road. This is the 11th annual edition.

The 10K route climbs to Double Peak, with a reported elevation gain of 1,176 feet and a summit elevation of 1,558 feet. The 5K is presented as a fun run and is not timed. The Kids Trail Trot is a short sprint course for younger participants. Giveaway items listed for finishers include a racer's bib, a wooden medal and a shirt for the 10K and the 5K. Kids receive a finisher's medal. Registration closes Wed, Sep 23 at 12:00 PM PT. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California San Marcos

Race information

Website Registration

10 km

10k

5 km

Kids Trail Trot

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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